Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
edwardsii
ID:
126094

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 119 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125423



Common Names

  • Nicolletia Edwardsii
  • Edwards' Nicolletia
  • Edwards' Aster


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Description

Nicolletia edwardsii (also called Edwards' Nicolletia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and typically grows in open woods, prairies, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Nicolletia edwardsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nicolletia edwardsii has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nicolletia edwardsii is a perennial that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Nicolletia edwardsii

Nicolletia edwardsii is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in grasslands and scrublands.

Nicolletia edwardsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nicolletia edwardsii?

Nicolletia edwardsii

What type of plant is Nicolletia edwardsii?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Nicolletia edwardsii native to?

Southwestern United States

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-8650: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.